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this group studio project was sponsored by the us forest service. we were tasked with retro-fitting the pre-existing donation boxes at us forest hot-spots
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understanding the key to the best donation box
understanding the key to the best donation box
what are the issues with the current design?
what are the issues with the current design?
poor aesthetic language
ability to "fish" money through large gap
large under-utilized space
awkward size makes transfer difficult
limited visibility when unlocking
how can we address these problem areas?
how can we address these problem areas?
elements of final design
elements of final design
eye-catching aesthetics
anti-fishing steel bars inside
circular look for easier visibility
top handle for easy carry
door for added storage
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bringing it to life
bringing it to life
as a proof of concept, we created a full-scale cardboard model so that the us forest agent could bring it back to the office and get additional opinions on it to hopefully implement our changes
adjustments to interior money box
adjustments to interior money box
handle on top provides easier transport to and from donation site
added teeth and more secure money slot prevents fishing line, string, or hands from retrieving money
adjustments to exterior donation box
adjustments to exterior donation box
hinged door to store and protect brochures or other informational materials
more cohesive and succinct information on top with cashless option for donation
horizontal lock access for visibility, efficient locking, and curbs use of bolt cutters
painted on designs using stencil to strengthen visual language and appeal
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